WWE SmackDown 02/14 Results - Elimination Chamber Qualifying Matches, Solo Sikoa's Return, and More

On Friday night, USA Network will broadcast another live episode of WWE SmackDown, direct from the Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. You can check out live coverage of the show starting at 8 PM, here at Wrestling Notícas.

Official Card:

• Jacob Fatu vs. Damian Priest vs. Braun Strowman – Men’s Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match;
• WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Bianca Belair vs. WWE Women’s United States Champion Chelsea Green – Women’s Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match;
• Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Nia Jax – WWE Women’s Championship Match;
• Solo Sikoa will return tonight;

Live Coverage:

WWE SmackDown begins on USA Network.

Nia Jax, Tiffany Stratton, Braun Strowman, Damian Priest, Tama Tonga, and Jacob Fatu arrive. Wade Barrett welcomes Vic Joseph as his commentary partner for the night. A recap of last week’s episode airs, highlighting Solo Sikoa’s return.

Cody Rhodes opens the show to a huge ovation from the crowd. He asks, “Alright, Washington, DC, what do you want to talk about?” Rhodes notes that Jey Uso has already chosen his WrestleMania opponent, confirming that the winner of the Elimination Chamber match will face him at the event. He lists the participants already qualified for Toronto: Logan Paul, CM Punk, Drew McIntyre, and John Cena. Rhodes states that Solo Sikoa will not be part of the Elimination Chamber, calling him a coward who wouldn’t dare attack him face-to-face.

Drew McIntyre interrupts Rhodes’ promo. Drew enters the ring and confronts Cody Rhodes, saying that he didn’t receive the proper respect upon his arrival. Rhodes apologizes and introduces him with enthusiasm. McIntyre reminds everyone that he is a two-time WWE Champion and that he defeated Rhodes shortly after Rhodes’ arrival on the blue brand. Rhodes acknowledges that few have beaten him in this new phase of his WWE career, and McIntyre is one of them — something he hasn’t forgotten.

Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga interrupt the segment. Fatu stares down McIntyre, promising they’ll meet at Elimination Chamber as soon as he secures his spot tonight. He declares that he’s heading to WrestleMania to reclaim the title that, according to him, should never have left his family. McIntyre decides to leave the ring, reminding everyone that he’s already qualified and doesn’t need to compete right now.

Fatu looks at Rhodes and his championship belt. Rhodes reminds Fatu that he first needs to qualify for the Elimination Chamber and win inside the chamber before he can get a shot at the title. At that moment, we see Solo Sikoa arriving through the parking lot. Rhodes tries to exit the ring, but Fatu stops him, saying that he will personally handle the matter with Sikoa since it’s a family issue. Rhodes responds that his time will come later. Fatu and Tonga leave the ring and head backstage, ending the segment.

The camera cuts backstage where Tama Tonga and Jacob Fatu are looking for Solo Sikoa. Tonga asks an employee for directions. Fatu, growing impatient, knocks out the employee, and both continue their search.

Meanwhile, Wade Barrett interviews Trish Stratus, seated in the front row. The WWE Hall of Famer expresses pride in her participation in the Royal Rumble and hints that she will be present at WWE Elimination Chamber. She leaves open whether she’ll just be there as a spectator or if she might return to the ring, finishing with a mysterious smile.

Women’s Elimination Chamber – Qualifying Match: WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Bianca Belair vs. WWE Women’s United States Champion Chelsea Green
– Naomi hits a “Split-Legged Moonsault” on Green, followed by the pinfall.

A video of Sami Zayn, initially released on X, is shown. The Canadian confirms that his neck is still not fully healed, but says the greater pain he feels is due to the betrayal by Kevin Owens. He emphasizes that this isn’t the first time he’s been betrayed by Owens, but what hurts the most is Owens’ attempt to end his career with the “Piledriver.” Zayn states that he doesn’t understand what Owens expected from him at the Royal Rumble, but guarantees that as soon as he’s medically cleared, he will deal with Owens in a way that “won’t be fun at all.”

Tag Team Match: Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley) vs. Los Garza (Berto and Angel)
– Shelley and Sabin hit a “Skull and Bones” on Berto, followed by the pinfall.

A promotional video of Damian Priest is shown.
An enraged Jacob Fatu finally finds Solo Sikoa backstage. He demands an explanation, and Sikoa justifies that he needed time to reflect after losing the Ula Fala. Now, he feels ready to reclaim power, but that will only be possible if Fatu wins tonight and advances to WrestleMania to recover the Undisputed WWE Championship. As Fatu tries to leave, Sikoa stops him and says, “Jacob, I love you.” Fatu stares intently at Sikoa but walks away without saying a word, followed by Tama Tonga.

In the ring, Shinsuke Nakamura makes his entrance and grabs a microphone. He says he has spent weeks observing from the shadows, waiting for a worthy warrior to face him, but has only found weak men. LA Knight interrupts, stating that Nakamura is right about hiding, but wrong to say there are no warriors equal to him. Knight reminds everyone that he’s still champion because The Bloodline interfered when he already had Nakamura defeated.

The Miz appears and criticizes LA Knight, calling him a trend that has already passed and mocking the fans who support him. He agrees with Nakamura, saying that Knight doesn’t deserve a title shot. Knight fires back, suggesting that Miz follow John Cena’s example and retire since he’s living off past glories. Miz pretends to cry and retorts, reminding everyone that he has been at the top, unlike Knight, and deserves the WWE United States Championship. Knight responds that the title needs him, while Miz is just “trash” who doesn’t deserve to carry any belt.

Tension rises as Miz attempts to attack Knight. Nick Aldis appears and schedules a match between the two to happen immediately, with the winner facing Nakamura later.

Singles Match: LA Knight vs. The Miz
– Knight hits a “BFT” on Miz, followed by the pinfall.

Nakamura enters the ring as Knight celebrates. The Japanese star raises the championship belt right in front of “The Megastar.” The two exchange intense looks before Nakamura leaves the ring.

Backstage, Alexa Bliss approaches Candice LeRae and Nia Jax. A quick glitch, reminiscent of Wyatt Sicks, flashes with the phrase “Do you feel in charge?” Bliss wishes Jax good luck for her match tonight and comments that it would be incredible if the two faced each other again in a WWE Women’s Championship match at WrestleMania. Bliss then walks away, ending the segment.

Andrade approaches The Miz backstage. The Mexican comments that he watched Miz’s match and offers some advice if Miz wants to learn something new. Andrade then walks away, leaving Miz deep in thought.

Shortly after, Carmelo Hayes appears and warns Miz not to listen to people like Andrade. Miz agrees with Hayes and tries to fist-bump him, but the former NXT Champion refuses the gesture and heads toward the ring, leaving Miz visibly irritated.

Singles Match: Carmelo Hayes vs. R-Truth
– Hayes hits a “Nothing But Net” on Truth, followed by the pinfall.

A new video promo from The Street Profits is shown. Angelo Dawkins promises that as soon as he’s medically cleared, he will destroy every team that dares to stand in their way.

Byron Saxton congratulates Pretty Deadly for their victory last week, which secured them a shot at the WWE Tag Team Championship on the next episode of SmackDown. The British duo expresses excitement about the opportunity. #DIY interrupts the interview to make it clear that Pretty Deadly caught them off guard the previous week. Tommaso Ciampa warns that they will end them and their careers next week.

Kevin Owens responds to Sami Zayn from inside his car. Owens says he feels bad because, in six months, he has been betrayed by his three best friends. He acknowledges that Zayn is dealing with neck pain but assures him that it’s nothing compared to what he has planned for him. Owens challenges Zayn to meet him where it all began for them: in Toronto at Elimination Chamber. There, Zayn will know what real pain feels like.

WWE Women’s Championship Match: Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Nia Jax
– Stratton wins by DQ after being attacked by Candice LeRae.

After the match, Jax hits an “Annihilator” on Stratton. LeRae grabs a chair from outside the ring but is surprised by Trish Stratus, who comes from the crowd to help Stratton. However, Jax ends up crushing Stratus in the corner. Several officials appear to control the situation. Jax still manages to hit a “Leg Drop” on Stratton. Charlotte Flair’s music hits.

Amid loud boos, the WWE Royal Rumble winner slowly makes her way to the ring. Flair sits on a chair and, after mocking Stratton, who is sprawled in the ring, announces that she has chosen her as her opponent for WrestleMania 41.

Backstage, Nick Aldis shows a video to Bianca Belair and Naomi revealing that Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez may be the ones who attacked Jade Cargill. Furious, both say they will be on next week’s RAW to get to the bottom of it.

In another part of the backstage area, Trish Stratus meets with Tiffany Stratton and offers her the chance to team up against Nia Jax and Candice LeRae at Elimination Chamber. Excited, the champion accepts the proposal.

Jimmy Uso is hyped up in front of a TV watching the promo for his brother Jey’s match against Gunther at WrestleMania 41 when Drew McIntyre appears. McIntyre mocks Jimmy for no longer having a chance to compete for a world title at WrestleMania 41, even bringing up Naomi. Jimmy threatens to leave but not before delivering a “Superkick” to McIntyre.

Men’s Elimination Chamber – Qualifying Match: Jacob Fatu vs. Damian Priest vs. Braun Strowman
– Priest hits a “South of Heaven” on Strowman, followed by the pinfall.

End of show.